Dr. Jeffrey Cross, MD
Dr. Jeffrey Cross is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Byron Center, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2018, Dr. Cross has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#115 in Michigan) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 38 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Cross performs below average in knee (24 vs 33 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Cross's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Byron Center is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Byron Center area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Cross first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Cross's 24 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Cross Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Byron Center, MI 49315
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cross
How does Dr. Cross's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Cross has performed 38 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Michigan average is 48 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Cross ranks #135 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cross perform?
Dr. Cross's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cross in Byron Center?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Byron Center in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Michigan surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cross represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Cross's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Cross perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cross's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cross affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cross is affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital.
How does Dr. Cross compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Byron Center?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Byron Center, Dr. Cross ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cross has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cross practices?
Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Byron Center, Michigan
Dr. Cross's 38 Medicare procedures are above the Byron Center average of 29. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Byron Center.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Geoffrey Sandman | 35 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tim Lenters | 21 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Henne | 20 | Knee |
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